Maintenance Tech II or III

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Michael Foods, Inc. located in the Village of West Jefferson, OH, is located just minutes from the western suburbs of Columbus and about 20 minutes to the west of downtown. We are proud to be Michael Foods’ most recent greenfield project, producing high quality protein shakes serving people all around the world. It’s our honor to continue our strong commitment to our employees, our community, and our environment.

Looking to hire experienced electrical/E&I/Automation technicians for our West Jefferson location. This role can be filled at a level II or III depending on experience. We work 6:00 am to 6:30 pm (Night shift gets a $2.50 shift differential) & nights schedule is 6:00 pm to 6:30 am. Overtime is available.

• Receive training, maintain, and learn on highly automated equipment from Sweden, called Tetra Pak. Work directly on cappers, seamers, fillers, homogenizers, etc.
• Ensure equipment productivity and efficiency through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and monitoring.
• Work in a clean, GMP‑compliant environment and adhere to safety work rules, food safety & quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Complete preventative maintenance requirements, monitor equipment efficiency, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Remove or replace defective parts by dismantling and reassembling equipment.
• Adjust necessary components of equipment and repair doors as required.
• Operate within budget constraints and compliance with USDA, OSHA, SQF, and FDA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competitive compensation above market average for locale. Shift differential for night shift. Overtime opportunities. Relocation assistance and other competitive benefits.

Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent.

Language

Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.

Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds; perform operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

Other

Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to function in a teamwork environment.
• Must be well‑organized.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to plan and prioritize activity.
• Ability to comply with all safety rules and regulations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals.

Must have experience working on/with servo motors, PLCs (Allen Bradley), photo sensors/eyes, VFDs, HMIs, and low voltage experience in a manufacturing or production facility. Tetra Pak or Evergreen experience is highly desired. Automation, electro‑mechanical, electrical, or E&I experience is recommended.